Florbetapir F-18 (By injection)
flor-BAY-ta-pir F-18
Used with a procedure called a PET scan to help examine the brain in patients with mental impairment.
Drug classes
Diagnostic Agent, Radiopharmaceutical Imaging (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Florbetapir F-18 injection is used in adults to help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive (mental) problems. It is used in for procedure called positron emission tomography (PET) scan to help your doctor see an image of your brain. Florbetapir F-18 belongs to the group of medicines called radiopharmaceuticals (radioactive agents).
This medicine will be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Injectable
A doctor or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. It is given through a needle placed in one of your veins just before you have a PET scan.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
When Not To Use
This medicine is generally considered safe for most people. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
Warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding, you must give your child stored breast milk or baby formula for 24 hours after you receive this medicine.
You will be exposed to radiation while you receive this medicine. If you have any questions about this, talk to your doctor.
Possible side effects
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Pain, bleeding, or irritation of your skin where the needle is placed
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
More side effects of this drug
Brand names include
Amyvid
There may be other brand names for this medicine.